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Samopal vz 38: Czechoslovakia's Interwar Drum-Fed SMG in .380

Samopal vz 38: Czechoslovakia's Interwar Drum-Fed SMG in .380

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Published on June 25, 2025
Duration: 17:22

This video delves into the fascinating, yet ultimately unproduced, Czechoslovakian Samopal vz 38 submachine gun. Designed by František Myška, it was intended to replace rifle-caliber light machine guns in fortified positions, prioritizing a high volume of fire with the 9x17mm (.380) cartridge. The SMG featured an impressive 96-round drum magazine, influenced by the Finnish Suomi. Despite initial orders and adoption, German occupation prevented its production, leaving only 20 pre-production examples. The presenter highlights access granted by the VHU - the Czech Military History Institute - and encourages visits to the Army Museum Žižkov.

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